The Stephen A. Smith Show

We're headed to the NFL Draft! Before we do, Michelle gives her top 5 memorable Draft moments, including Evan & Canty's appearances. Then, ESPN NFL Analyst Jason McCourty & ESPN NFL Reporter Sal Paolantonio join the show to get you set for all of the storylines and players you need to know. Plus, VEGAS EAST PICKS UP A BIG WIN DURING WHO SAID IT! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We can't wait to see everyone in Pittsburgh! LeBron and the Lakers have a 2-0 lead over the Rockets. Is there any chance they could blow that lead? Also, Vegas East picks up a huge win in Who Said It! Plus, Canty's best bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN NFL Reporter Sal Paolantonio join the show to preview the players he's paying the most attention to heading into the Draft, and tells a great story about Bill Parcells. Also, we revisit some of Adam Schefter's NFL Draft nuggets from earlier this week. Which players do we think could slide down the draft board? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take host Shae Cornette joins the show (after being called out by Evan) to talk about the state of the Chicago Bulls right now. Then, ESPN NFL Analyst Jason McCourty stops by the studio to break down all of the storylines ahead of the NFL Draft. Also, Evan's Hot Mess rankings for this week. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LeBron has lead the Lakers to a 2-0 series lead. How bad would it be if they fell apart at this point? Also, Wemby went down with a concussion yesterday, and there are concerns about him getting back anytime soon. Plus, Michelle gives her top 5 funny NFL Draft moments! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Friend of the Show Day! First, ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter stops by and breaks down all of the news & notes around the NFL Draft. Next, CEO of Vaynermedia Gary Vee stops by the studio for a few segments to talk about his Knicks, Jets and more! Then, ESPN NBA Analyst Kendrick Perkins joins to break down the NBA Playoffs! Plus, Former NFL All Pro OT Terron Armstead joins the show again! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Schefter had a ton of interesting information from his podcast, and Evan breaks down the biggest notes from it. Also, Jalen Hurts posted a cryptic tweet yesterday. What does it actually mean? Then, former All-Pro OT Terron Armstead joins the show and talks about what he's paying attention to in the NFL Draft, and what his hopes are for Caleb Williams this upcoming season. Plus, the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Knicks lost game 2 to the Hawks. How concerning is that? How will Jalen Brunson & Co. respond? ESPN NBA Analyst Kendrick Perkins joins to discuss that and more! Also, have the Vikings already completely moved on from JJ McCarthy? Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CEO of Vaynermedia Gary Vee once again joins the show to talk about everything he's looking forward to heading into the NFL Draft, and what he thought about the Knicks Game 2 loss to the Hawks. Plus, we react to our conversation with Adam Schefter as part of the Adam Schefter Topic Draft! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Draft Week, and we're joined by ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter. What are the biggest storylines that you should be pay attention to? Adam answers that and much more! The Knicks came up short against the Hawks last night. Is Jalen Brunson a liability late in the game? Plus, is Steve Kerr going to be the Warriors coach next year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Victor Wembanyama showed out in his playoff debut. Is he the face of the league already? ESPN NFL Analyst Jason McCourty told us a story about his interaction with the Spurs. Also, Adam Schefter released a story with a TON of interesting nuggets, including an AJ Brown trade to the Patriots being "likely." Plus,ESPN Giants Reporter Jordan Raanan joins to talk about the fallout of the Dexter Lawrence trade! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michelle thinks she has ACHOO Syndrome. Adam Schefter's latest story has a ton of different nuggets regarding the NFL Draft. Who could surprise us the most? Also, the crew is getting ready for the NFL Draft, but there is some drama. Plus, the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How does the Dexter Lawrence trade impact what the Giants are going to do in the draft? How much power does John Harbaugh have in the organization? ESPN Giants Reporter Jordan Raanan joins to answer that and more. Plus, when is Aaron Rodgers going to make a decision on if he's playing this year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN NFL Analyst Jason McCourty joins the show, and tells an awesome story about spending time with the San Antonio Spurs. Evan fills in for Canty, and gives his Big 3 takeaways from the weekend. Also, where could Ty Simpson end up landing in the draft? Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dexter Lawrence has been traded from the Giants to the Bengals. Who was this trade more beneficial for? Also, Wemby showed out in his playoff debut, and Evan talks about why he's so awesome. Plus, Adam Schefter released a new story saying that it's "likely" that AJ Brown gets traded to the Patriots, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WrestleMania 42 takes place this weekend, and you can watch both nights on ESPN+ with the ESPN Unlimited plan! To get you ready, we walked to WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, WWE Heavyweight Champion CM Punk, and WWE Superstars Je'Von Evans and Austin Theory! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How much pressure should be on LeBron to actually get the Lakers beyond round 1? Michelle gives her top 5 players who cannot afford to lose in the first round. Then, ESPN NHL Analyst PK Subban joins the show to preview the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and bring in the actual Stanley Cup! Plus, WWE Heavyweight Champion CM Punk stops by to talk about his WrestleMania match against Roman Reigns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN NHL Analyst PK Subban surprises the show with The Stanley Cup!! Then, 2x Super Bowl Champion Chris Snee joins the show to talk about the important work he is doing with The Jay Fund. Plus, WWE Heavyweight Champion CM Punk stops by to discuss his upcoming match vs. Roman Reigns at WrestleMania! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We learned that Canty owns his own bowling ball, but does that mean he should be a good bowler? Should we expect LeBron to be able to carry the Lakers through round one? Also, should we expect Kyler Murray to actually be good in Minnesota? Plus, Can He or Canty! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a long battle with tech difficulties (one single button) Michelle is finally here! Should we expect a lot of trades in the NFL Draft? Also, Michelle gives her top 5 players who cannot afford to lose in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After being ridiculed over not having a button down, Producer Pat showed up in a coat and tie! the NBA waived the 65-game rule for Luka & Cade Cunningham. Was that the right move? Plus, what are the fair expectations for Fernando Mendoza? ESPN NFL Front Office Insider Mike Tannenbaum joins to talk about that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steph Curry put on an unbelievable performance and the Warriors advanced. Steve Kerr says Draymond Green is the best defender he's ever seen. Do we give him enough credit? Also, Vegas East has challenged the NYC crew to bowling, and learn that Producer Pat doesn't own any button down shirts. Plus, WWE Superstar Austin Theory joins the show, and takes a shot at Pat McAfee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Draft Prospects Colton Hood & Roman Hemby join the show to tlak about both of their processes heading into the NFL Draft, and Colton's love for Steph Curry. Then, WWE Superstar Austin Theory stops by to talk about his hate for Pat McAfee, and what to expect from his match at WrestleMania 42. Then, host of "Women's Sports Now" Suzy Shuster joins to talk about her new show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How many button down shirts should you own as an adult man? Steve Kerr says that Draymond Green is the best defender he's ever seen. Does he deserve to be on that list? Also, why is there always so much drama around Jalen Hurts and the Eagles? Plus, ESPN NFL Draft Analyst Mel Kiper joins the show to talk about the biggest storylines heading into the Draft! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What are the biggest storylines heading into the NFL Draft? What's the latest between Aaron Rodgers & the Steelers? ESPN NFL Insider Dan Graziano joins the show to break it all down. Also, why is it that Jalen Hurts seems to get so much criticism from around the league? Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steve Kerr claimed that Draymond Green is the best defender that he's ever seen. Does he deserve to be in that conversation? Then, Michelle's Madness on which player has the most to gain during the NBA playoffs. Also, which storylines in the NFL Draft should we be playing attention to the most? Plus, where will Ty Simpson & Jeremiyah Love end up? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan's Miami Heat lost to the Charlotte Hornets, and Bam Adebayo left the game after a dirty play from LaMelo Ball. Should LaMelo have been punished? Is Heat Culture dead? We also learned that Magic Johnson is a fan of the show! Then, Celebrity Chef Michael Symon stops by the studio to talk about the newest season of his Food Network show. Plus, WWE Superstar Je'Von Evans joins the show ahead of his big match at WrestleMania 42! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have a HUGE hour of WWE Guests. First, Former WWE Champion Big E & WWE Commentator Peter Rosenberg stop by the studio. Also, WWE Superstar Je'Von Evans bounces into the studio. Plus, Celebrity Chef Michael Symon stops by to talk about the new season of his Food Network show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan gives his top 3 soundbites from the Adam Schefter interview from yesterday. Is Aaron Rodgers going to be back with the Steelers? Also, should LaMelo Ball have been kicked out of the game lastnight for tripping Bam Adebayo? Then, Courtney once again cleans up during Who Said It. Plus, is there any chance the Raiders could still trade out of the #1 spot? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michelle met Magic Johnson yesterday, who said he loves the show and knows who Evan is (sort of.) Mel Kiper released his final mock draft. What are the biggest surprises we should expect? Plus, Magic Johnson's favorite segment: I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hornets beat the Heat last night, but Bam Adebayo left the game after a dirty play from LaMelo Ball. Is Heat Culture a thing of the past? Evan breaks it down as part of his Hot Mess list. Then, the crew discusses the latest with Dexter Lawrence's trade request. Plus, are the Raiders still open for business? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter stops by the studio, and tells us all we need to know about the NFL Draft. Could Myles Garrett actually get dealt? What's going to happen with Aaron Rodgers? Then, WWE Champion Cody Rhodes joins the show ahead of WrestleMania 42 to talk about his match against Randy Orton (and Pat McAfee!) Plus, newly drafted Chicago Sky guard Gabriela Jaquez joins the guys in studio to talk about her experience at the WNBA Draft, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WWE Champion Cody Rhodes joins us in studio again ahead of WrestleMania 42 to talk about his match with Randy Orton (and atMcAfee.) Then, Chicago Sky guard Gabriela Jaquez joins the show to talk about what it means to be drafted last night. Plus, Co-Hosts of the No Contest Wrestling Podcast TJ Jefferson & O'Shea Jackson join the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all learned way too much about Nuno today. What are the biggest storylines we're paying attention to in the NBA Play-In Tournament? Who would be the ideal NBA Champion this year for the league? Plus, who are the main characters of the NFL Draft? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter sticks around for a few more segments to talk about all of the storylines around the NFL Draft! Schefter gives his 5 most interesting people to watch heading into the Draft. What is going to happen with Aaron Rodgers? Plus, The Adam Schefter Topic Draft brought to you I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Magic Johnson gave the show a big shoutout yesterday! What would it take for you to root against one of your own teams? Then, Canty gives his top 5 main characters that he's paying attention to heading into the NFL Draft. Plus, ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins the show to talk about the latest with Myles Garrett! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rory McIlroy is the 2026 Masters Champion, becoming only the 4th player to go back-to-back. Is he the best player since Tiger? Then, Doc Rivers and the Bucks are parting ways. What does that mean for Giannis? Also, ESPN & WWE Announcer Joe Tessitore joins to preview WrestleMania 42. Plus, Former Tennis Player & current Pickleball player Genie Bouchard joins ahead of Pickleball Slam 4, and also calls Producer Pat a red flag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have a HUGE week of guests coming up, and Canty is going to miss some of them. Then, NFL Draft Prospect & Former Illinois QB Luke Altmyer joins the show to talk about his process leaving up to the NFL Draft. Also, former Tennis player & current Pickleball player Genie Bouchard joins the show to discuss the upcoming Pickleball Slam 4 on April 15th! Plus, Canty's Best Bet, and the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN WNBA PxP Announcer Ryan Ruocco joins the show to discuss the WNBA Draft, and what we should expect. Then, 2x Flag Football World Champion Diana Flores stops by the studio to talk about the Take Back Sports initiative, and much more. Plus, ESPN & WWE Announcer Joe Tessitore joins to preview WrestleMania 42! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ty Simpson will be in the green room for the NFL Draft. Is he being set up as the next "Green Room Guy" who will slide down the board? ESPN NFL Analyst Damien Woody joins to discuss that and more. Also, Upon Further Review with Canty. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rory McIlroy has gone back to back as The Masters champion! Where does he rank among golfers in the Tiger Woods era now? Also, the Bucks & Doc Rivers have parted ways. Is he done with coaching? What does this mean for Giannis? Plus, who are the most intriguing teams as we head towards the NBA Playoffs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Could the New York Knicks actually make a run to the NBA Finals, and if they don't where do they go from there? ESPN NBA Reporter Tim Bontemps joins to discuss that and more. Then, former Blazers guard Bonzi Wells joins to discuss the upcoming Netflix documentary on the Jail Blazers. Plus, 1987 Masters champion Larry Mize stops by to talk about what is takes to win The Masters, and breaks some news about the Champions dinner! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Trailblazers guard Bonzi Wells joins the show to talk about the upcoming Netflix documentary on the Jail Blazers. Then, 1987 Masters Champion Larry Mize joins to remember his amazing chip in, and what he expects from this year's tournament. Also, Can he or Canty. Plus, the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN NFL Draft Analyst Mel Kiper joins the show to get you ready for the NFL Draft, which is less than 2 weeks away! Who are the players that could end up being sneaky great? Also, the Knicks beat the Celtics last night. Could New York actually make a run to the Finals? Plus, could the Ravens end up drafting a quarterback if this season doesn't go well? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How much pressure is Lamar Jackson actually under heading into this NFL season? Also, ESPN NBA Reporter Tim Bontemps joins the show to react to Knicks/Celtics, and look ahead to the playoffs. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Knicks beat the Celtics last night on the back of Josh Hart's 5 three's, and Nuno says he's more afraid of the Pistons than Boston. Then, the crew discusses which coaches might be coaching their last games this weekend. Also, could Maxx Crosby change the culture for the Eagles? Plus, will Jayden Daniels be able to get back to his rookie form this year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Myles Garrett is not at Browns voluntary OTA's. Is this actually a problem? How does this get solved? ESPN NFL Analyst Jason McCourty joins to discuss that and more. Also, how old is too old to own a stuffed animal? Plus, WWE Superstar Charlotte Flair joins the show ahead of WrestleMania! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nuno got caught watching Jersey Short fights during the show. Also, Myles Garrett didn't show up to Browns OTA's. What is the relationship between him and the team at this point? Plus, the most UnSportsmanLike moments of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WWE Superstar Charlotte Flair joins the show to talk about the current state of WWE, and what we should expect heading in to WrestleMania. Then, Evan gives his Big 3 storylines heading in to the NFL Draft. Also, has the NBA's 65 game rule actually been a success? Andscpape Senior Writer David Dennis Jr. joins to discuss that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michelle's Madness this week is a controversial one: what's the best cuisine in the world? Then, ESPN NFL Analyst Jason McCourty stops by the show to talk about Myles Garrett not showing up to OTA's, and what we should think of CJ Stroud. Will Stroud finally live up to his potential? Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We learned today that Courtney Cronin still sleeps with a stuffed animal, and Evan thinks it's weird. Cade Cunningham made his return yesterday. Is he going to be eligible for postseason awards? Plus, should it be concerning that Myles Garrett is missing voluntary OTA's? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices